Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Cheticamp; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a Physiotherapist to join the Rehabilitation Services team at Sacred Heart Community Health Centre. The role involves evaluating patients, creating holistic treatment plans and supervising physiotherapy students and assistants in a tertiary care setting.

Applicants should hold a physiotherapy degree, be registered with the Nova Scotia Regulatory body, and have BCLS and WHMIS certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or entry level master program in Physiotherapy from an accredited university.
• Membership with The Nova Scotia Regulator of Physiotherapy.
• Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS).
• WHMIS training and certification.
• Additional courses/education/training in many specialized areas or practice, e.g. cardio-respiratory techniques, acupuncture, stroke rehabilitation, manual therapy, balance training, etc.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and treat patients in a tertiary care setting.
• Develop holistic treatment programs using exercises, education, and manual, mechanical, electrical and hydrotherapy techniques.
• Supervise and evaluate physiotherapy students and supervision of physiotherapy assistants and aides.
• Collaborate with colleagues to determine team goals and objectives and participate in evaluation of team effectiveness.
• Travel to other sites as required and must have access to a reliable vehicle.

Skills

French language skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or entry level master program in Physiotherapy from an accredited university

Membership with The Nova Scotia Regulator of Physiotherapy

Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS)

WHMIS training and certification

Job description

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Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services

Req ID: 210984
Location: Eastern Zone, Sacred Heart Community Health Centre
Department: OPEZ Physiotherapy SH
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly PT (85%) x 1
Union: UNIFORHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 23-Sep-26

About the Opportunity

The Physiotherapist reports to the Rehabilitation Services Manager and assesses, diagnoses and treats patients in a tertiary care setting who present with actual or potential impairment, pain, functional limitations or disabilities. Physiotherapy assessment involves obtaining a detailed medical history, performing specific and standardized tests and evaluation procedures to determine a physical diagnosis. Holistic treatment programs are developed using exercises, education, and manual, mechanical, electrical and hydrotherapy techniques to assist the patient in regaining and/or maintaining an optimal level of function.

The Physiotherapist is educated and communicates with other health disciplines, the general public, family members and caregivers in regard to health promotion, physiotherapy treatment and patient management. This position provides supervision and evaluation of physiotherapy students and supervision of physiotherapy assistants and aides.

As a member of a clinical team, the Physiotherapist collaborates with colleagues to determine team goals and objectives, participates in the evaluation of team effectiveness, and solves problems and shares responsibilities.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Bachelor's degree or entry level master program in Physiotherapy from an accredited university
• Membership with The Nova Scotia Regulator of Physiotherapy
• Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS)
• WHMIS training and certification
• Additional courses/education/training in many specialized areas or practice, e.g. cardio-respiratory techniques, acupuncture, stroke rehabilitation, manual therapy, balance training, etc.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent, part-time position; 63.75 Hours Bi-weekly
• May be required to work weekends
• Travel to other sites is required and must have access to a reliable vehicle

Compensation and Benefits

$38.43 - $50.99 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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